Elaine Peters Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Elaine Peters of Birch Run, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 2, 2025 at the age of 87. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Neilo Lakanen and Impi Lakanen (Sauvola); her sister Lorraine Lassila; and her brother-in-law Fred Lassila. She is survived by: her children, Patti Collins (John) of Wichita, Pamela Black of Birch Run and Ray "Chip" Peters (Ann) of Las Vegas, Nevada; her grandchildren, Kyle Black (Megan), Jack Collins, Jason Collins, Lacey Garcia and Shanna Garcia; her great grandchildren, Macie Black, Mackenzie Buffone, Maggie Buffone (Elena Garcia), Janessa Garcia, Kalina Garcia and Leeli Garcia; and her friends, Linda and Lala. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation was held on Saturday, November 8th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the O'Guinn Family Funeral Homes - Birch Run Chapel (8116 Main St, Birch Run, MI 48415).
